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The HBO television series SIX FEET UNDER about the members of a dynamic Los Angeles family that operates the Fisher and Sons Funeral Home has an ironically grim but intriguing premise: each episode is based on the story behind the death of the family's latest client. A sassy drama rife with black comedy SIX FEET UNDER follows other HBO hit series like SEX IN THE CITY THE SOPRANOS and OZ. Alan Ball created the hit series after scoring a huge success with his original screenplay for AMERICAN BEAUTY. The entire series of the show is included here.

A zoo isn't exactly world-class when the boss has to have a pair of workers dress up as animals to please the visitors. That's the predicament facing Howard and Vince the hapless leads in this quirky British comedy series that offers a surreal take on the daily workday. This release includes the series' first three seasons.

After tackling the truly American subjects of jazz and baseball award-winning documentarian Ken Burns returns to our country's military history with THE WAR. His acclaimed 1991 series THE CIVIL WAR was devoted to the War Between the States while this 2007 production pays the same amount of care and attention to World War II. Rather than keeping THE WAR on the frontlines Burns and his fellow director Lynn Novick also explore life on the homefront in four towns: Waterbury Connecticut; Mobile Alabama; Sacramento California; and Luverne Minnesota. Keith David who also lent his baritone to KEN BURNS' JAZZ narrates this documentary series while actors such as Tom Hanks Samuel L. Jackson Josh Lucas and Adam Arkin give readings of historical accounts of those who fought on the other side of the... Less

Aaron Sorkin's brilliant drama, set in the hyperdramatic world of the White House, proves that it wasn't a one-season wonder with this outstanding second round of episodes. Once again starring Martin Sheen as President Jed Bartlet, THE WEST WING features solid supporting turns by Rob Lowe, Richard Schiff, and Allison Janney. This release contains every episode from the show's stellar second season.

The brainchild of J. Michael Straczynski, cult science-fiction series BABYLON 5 has attracted an obsessive fan base who rival the Trekkies in their dedication. Set in the 23rd century, the five seasons of the series centers around the B-5 space station, a point of interplanetary negotiations between the human and alien races. A colorful cast of characters including the dashing President John J. Sheridan, the lovely Commander Susan Ivanova, and alien biologist Dr. Stephen Franklin, attempt to maintain peace on a ship where chaos and unrest are often unleashed. Every single episode produced over the 5 year run is included here.

Includes every episode of Walt Disney's "Davy Crockett" series chronicling the adventures of the King of the Wild Frontier. Beginning with "Davy Crockett, Indian Fighter" and featuring Davy's adventures all the way up to the Alamo, these classic adventures are fun for the whole family.

Showtime produces a slick, sick series with this darkly comic crime-drama that has audiences rooting for the bad guy. The villain in question is the Dexter of the title (Michael C. Hall), a man whose homicidal tendencies were discovered early in life by his adoptive father (James Remar). His cop father tried to fuel Dexter's unavoidable desires into something good: ridding the world of criminals who have evaded justice. When he's all grown up, Dexter becomes a blood-splatter expert for the Miami P.D., giving him unrestricted access to heinous crimes and those who commit them. But while Dexter dispatches Miami's worst, he wonders if his colleagues; his sister, Debra (Jennifer Carpenter); and his "love" interest, Rita (Julie Benz), will catch on to his true nature. The crimes--both those... Less

This super collection contains all nine seasons of the series, the X-FILES movie, and the Mythology featurettes. Packed with special features, this awesome set is aimed at the ultimate X-FILES fan.

The HBO television series SIX FEET UNDER, about the members of a dynamic Los Angeles family that operates the Fisher and Sons Funeral Home, has an ironically grim but intriguing premise: each episode is based on the story behind the death of the family's latest client. A sassy drama rife with black comedy, SIX FEET UNDER follows other HBO hit series like SEX IN THE CITY, THE SOPRANOS, and OZ. Alan Ball created the hit series after scoring a huge success with his original screenplay for AMERICAN BEAUTY. The entire series of the show is included here.

Charlie Sheen takes a starring role in TWO AND A HALF MEN, a genial CBS comedy about a dysfunctional family. Sheen plays Charlie Harper, who enjoys the bachelor life in his Malibu beach house. His existence consists of an endless stream of partying and dating until his brother, Alan (Jon Cryer), moves in with him. Alan's life has fallen apart after a separation from his wife, but he still has custody of his young son, Jake (Angus T. Jones), who also moves into Charlie's home. Supporting characters include Alan's crazy ex-wife, Charlie and Alan's overbearing mother, and their sharp-tongued housekeeper, Berta. The makeshift family formed by Charlie, Alan, and Jake provides plenty of laughs and a few poignant moments. This sixth seasons finds Charlie turning over a new leaf when a new woman... Less

What began as a construction- paper film short evolved into a veritable pop-culture phenomenon for Trey Parker and Matt Stone's outrageous animated comedy series SOUTH PARK. Centered on the hilarious misadventures of four potty-mouthed grade-schoolers in the perpetually wintry environs of South Park, Colorado, the series skewers the vagaries of the modern American cultural landscape with politically incorrect humor and satirical plotlines ranging from homophobia and terrorism to boy bands and talking poo. This collection presents every from the long-running series' 10th season, including the last episode with Chef ("The Return of Chef") and the San Francisco- skewering "Smug Alert!"

The trials and tribulations of President Bartlet (Martin Sheen) continue in this seventh season of the popular drama series. The life of his backroom staff and family fall under as much scrutiny as the man himself, offering a fascinating glimpse at what life as the President of the United States could be like. This time out the race to replace Bartlet heats up, with Senator Arnold Vinick (Alan Alda) and Congressman Mathew Vincente (Jimmy Smits) vying to take over at the Oval Office. Also included is a special episode titled "The Debate," which originally aired live on NBC. Having won countless Emmy Awards, THE WEST WING is a firm favorite with American TV audiences.

The specter of the railroad looming heavy in her conscience, Miss Matty (Judi Dench) rejoices upon learning that her maid Martha (Claudie Blakley) and carpenter Jem (Andrew Buchan) are expecting a child. Miss Matty's concern for young Peggy Bell (Jodie Whittaker) growing due to the fact that the young girl lives in virtual seclusion with her mother and overbearing brother, the kindly matriarch attempts to bring the two siblings together with William (Tom Hiddleston) and his cousin Erminia (Michelle Dockery) , who have recently returned to Cranford with Mr. Buxton (Jonathan Pryce). Meanwhile, Captain Brown (Jim Carter) receives word that work on the line has ceased, and scrambles to get the project back on track. Later, a sudden tragedy sends the entire town reeling.

Based on the hit 1980 film by Alan Parker, this show revolved around an ensemble cast of students who attend New York City's High School for the Performing Arts. While struggling with the same problems of teenagers everywhere-- including first love, sexuality, alienation, family troubles, and loneliness--the kids also have to try to develop the skills they need to succeed in the cutthroat world of show business. Lydia Grant (Debbie Allen, MONA MUST DIE) is a dance teacher whose emphasis on discipline is tempered by a deeply compassionate side. The students include the outspoken and ambitious Coco (Erica Gimpel), who in the first season competes against Lydia for a part in a show, and Doris (Valerie Landsburg), who features in the first episode as the shy new kid in school. Doris learns to... Less

Beginning with President Kennedy's speech before Congress on May 25, 1961 extolling the virtues of reaching the moon by the end of the decade, the celebrated series created by Tom Hanks and HBO details the project that first put man on the moon. All twelve episodes appear here on six tapes and 3 DVD's. Received 17 Emmy nominations.

The fourth season of Fox's hugely influential animated series finally comes to home video. Over the course of twenty-two episodes, Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie Simpson bicker, bond, and interact with the crazy residents of Springfield, USA. Episodes include "Kamp Krusty," "Marge Gets a Job," "The New Kid on the Block," "Mr. Plow," "Lisa's First Word," "Homer's Triple Bypass," and "Marge vs. the Monorail," with guest appearances by Tom Jones, Leonard Nimoy, Pamela Reed, and many more.

After a near-fatal car wreck, Johnny Smith (Anthony Michael Hall, in a role played by Christopher Walken in David Cronenberg's 1983 adaptation) is left in a coma for six years. When he awakens, he discovers that he has developed amazing psychic powers, allowing him to see into the life of anyone he happens to touch. Stephen King's thrilling novel comes to life once again in this series created for television. This 5-DVD set contains all 19 episodes from Season Two.

With the hilarious, award-winning series THE MARY TYLER MOORE SHOW, creators James L. Brooks and Allan Burns created a platform on which Moore could display her skills as a comedian. Prior to the show, Moore had been known to audiences as Dick Van Dyke's eccentric housewife. With the new series, she emerged as a comedian in her own right, playing an independent, 30-something career woman. Moore plays a quirky reporter at WJM-TV, Minneapolis's lowest-rated evening news show. Moore's Mary Richards shines alongside several equally humorous characters like Lou (Edward Asner), Murray (Gavin MacLeod), Ted (Ted Knight), Phyllis (Cloris Leachman), and Rhoda (Valerie Harper). Asner, Leachman, and Rhoda so impressed audiences that they each went on to star in their own comedy series. This... Less

Chris Rock is back in the stand-up spotlight once again with NEVER SCARED. One of comedy's most astute observationalists , Rock attacks the political and celebrity worlds with equal fervor. This time, subjects include terrorism, Iraq, President Bush, Michael Jackson, and many others.

Featuring stellar writing and directing, SIX FEET UNDER boasts an outstanding ensemble cast featuring Peter Krause, Michael C. Hall, Frances Conroy, Lauren Ambrose, Rachel Griffiths, Freddy Rodriguez, Matthew St. Patrick, Patricia Clarkson, Kathy Bates, and many others. Created by Alan Ball (the screenwriter behind the Oscar-winning 1999 film AMERICAN BEAUTY), the HBO series could arguably have been called the best show on television during its five-season run. Gaining loyal fans with its complex and involving characters (many of the show's stars came from theatre backgrounds), the series also stood out for its serious themes, its dark humor, and Ball's use of surrealist imagery. The show focuses on a dynamic Los Angeles family that operates a funeral home in the lower levels of the house... Less

Johnny Galecki (ROSEANNE) and Jim Parsons (JUDGING AMY) star as Leonard and Sheldon, two socially inept scientists who, while accustomed to probing the secrets of the universe, are totally unprepared for the greatest mystery of all: women. When a beautiful blonde, Penny (Kaley Cuoco), moves next door and invades their dweebish den, these friends have their lives turned upside down. Plenty of hijinks are in store for the two roommates as they get a crash course in the ways of the opposite sex. In the second season, both Leonard and Sheldon find love, but will they also find the answers to complex astrophysics equations?

All good things must come to an end, and so the tenth season of FRIENDS gives viewers the chance to see Joey (Matt Le Blanc), Rachel (Jennifer Aniston), Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow), Chandler (Matthew Perry ), Ross (David Schwimmer), and Monica (Courteney Cox Arquette) for one last time. As the 18 episodes included here slowly build towards a tear-jerking climax, Rachel and Joey make tentative steps towards consummating their romance, but find it more difficult than they expected; Ross gets a fake tan and tries to kid himself that he's not freaked out by the Joey-Rachel relationship; Monica and Chandler make various hamfisted attempts at adopting a child; Phoebe gets married; and as for the finale...well, you'll have to watch it and find out, but make sure you have plenty of tissues nearby as... Less

The BBC takes viewers three million years into the future with this science-fiction spoof chronicling intergalactic adventures of the only human to survive a radiation leak on the ship Red Dwarf. Dave Lister battles loneliness with a holographic incarnation of a deceased friend, the ship's computer, a mechanoid, and the biological miracle Cat. This release contains every episode from the show's hilarious fifth season.

The trials and tribulations of President Bartlet (Martin Sheen) continue in this fourth season of the popular drama series. The life of his backroom staff and family fall under as much scrutiny as the man himself, offering a fascinating glimpse at what life as the President of the United States could be like. This time around Bartlet is facing one of his toughest challenges yet: the battle for re-election. Bartlet and co. are followed through the pre- and post-election campaign, with tension always running at a premium. Having won two Emmy Awards, and been nominated for countless others, THE WEST WING is a firm favorite with American TV audiences.

The trials and tribulations of President Bartlet (Martin Sheen) continue in this fourth season of the popular drama series. The life of his backroom staff and family fall under as much scrutiny as the man himself, offering a fascinating glimpse at what life as the President of the United States could be like. This time around Bartlet is facing one of his toughest challenges yet: the battle for re-election. Bartlet and co. are followed through the pre- and post-election campaign, with tension always running at a premium. Having won two Emmy Awards, and been nominated for countless others, THE WEST WING is a firm favorite with American TV audiences.

At WNYX, New York's second-highest-rat ed news radio station, a cast of strong and idiosyncratic personalities repeatedly clash--yet somehow manage to keep the station afloat. From clueless station owner Jimmy (Stephen Root), to high-strung news director Dave (Dave Foley), and including the high-maintenence anchor team Bill and Catherine (Phil Hartman and Khandi Alexander) and the by-the-book producer Lisa (Maura Tierney), this office of eccentrics provided a seemingly endless supply of comic situations during the series' five-year run on NBC-TV from 1995 to 1999. This set contains all 25 episodes from the third season.

Johnny Galecki (ROSEANNE) and Jim Parsons (JUDGING AMY) star as Leonard and Sheldon, two socially inept scientists who, while accustomed to probing the secrets of the universe, are totally unprepared for the greatest mystery of all: women. When a beautiful blonde, Penny (Kaley Cuoco), moves next door and invades their dweebish den, these friends have their lives turned upside down. Plenty of hijinks are in store for the two roommates as they get a crash course in the ways of the opposite sex. In the second season, both Leonard and Sheldon find love, but will they also find the answers to complex astrophysics equations?

Like the famous duos in THE X-FILES and MOONLIGHTING, the prickly pairing of Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan (Emily Deschanel, GLORY ROAD) and Agent Seeley Booth (David Boreanaz, ANGEL) is what drives this crime series. As Brennan and Booth butt heads, they attempt to solve grisly mysteries with his FBI experience and her knowledge of forensic anthropology. The show's adept mix of crime and comedy rides on the strong shoulders of their chemistry. This drama draws inspiration from the life and work of bestselling author Kathy Reichs, a forensic anthropologist like her onscreen counterpart. In addition to featuring all 22 episodes from the second season, this release allows fans a look behind the scenes with commentary, bloopers, and more. This season also features guest appearances from... Less

The trials and tribulations of President Bartlet (Martin Sheen) continue in this fourth season of the popular drama series. The life of his backroom staff and family fall under as much scrutiny as the man himself, offering a fascinating glimpse at what life as the President of the United States could be like. This time around Bartlet is facing one of his toughest challenges yet: the battle for re-election. Bartlet and co. are followed through the pre- and post-election campaign, with tension always running at a premium. Having won two Emmy Awards, and been nominated for countless others, THE WEST WING is a firm favorite with American TV audiences.

After a near-fatal car wreck, Johnny Smith (Anthony Michael Hall, in a role played by Christopher Walken in David Cronenberg's 1983 adaptation) is left in a coma for six years. When he awakens, he discovers that he has developed amazing psychic powers, allowing him to see into the life of anyone he happens to touch. Stephen King's thrilling novel comes to life once again in this series created for television. This 5-DVD set contains all 19 episodes from Season Two.